If your app relies on Giphy’s GIF API, be prepared—Giphy has officially started charging for access. With this shift, many developers are now looking for free alternatives, and KLIPY and Tenor have emerged as the top contenders.
Best Free GIF API Alternatives
Both KLIPY and Tenor provide extensive GIF and sticker libraries, making the transition from Giphy seamless. Their API structures are quite similar, meaning you only need to swap the API endpoint and test your integration.
## KLIPY API – A Feature-Rich Free Alternative
APIs Available: GIF API, Sticker API, Meme API, Short Clip API
Completely Free: No integration costs
Revenue Generation: The only GIF API that helps apps monetize
Integration & Docs: KLIPY Developer Portal
## Tenor – Google’s Free GIF API
APIs Available: GIF API, Sticker API
Free for Now: Google may introduce pricing later
No Monetization: Apps can’t earn revenue through the integration
Integration & Docs: Tenor API Docs
